Fact Versus Fiction: Experts on the Real Risks of Police Tech

During a panel discussion hosted today by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), experts explored police technology’s advances and risks as outlined in the organization's recently published report on the issue.

The report, titled Police Tech: Exploring the Opportunities and Fact-Checking the Criticisms, details how technologies like AI and robotics can help police prevent and respond to crime. The report notes that opponents of police tech have some legitimate concerns, but that outright bans are not the solution. Instead, more research, independent testing and governance rules could help mitigate risks.